Random Cat Facts

Some random, frequently updated cat facts:

• Almost 10% of a cat's bones are in its tail, and the tail is used to maintain balance.
• The average cat food meal is the equivalent to about five mice.
• The Maine Coone is the only native American long haired breed.
• Mother cats teach their kittens to use the litter box.
• People who are allergic to cats are actually allergic to cat saliva or to cat dander. If the resident cat is bathed regularly the allergic people tolerate it better.
• The color of the points in Siamese cats is heat related. Cool areas are darker.
• Julius Ceasar, Henri II, Charles XI, and Napoleon were all afraid of cats.
• Purring not always means happiness. Purring could mean a cat is in terrible pain such as during childbirth. Kitten will purr to their mother to let her know they are getting enough milk while nursing. Purring is a process of inhaling and exhaling, usually performed while the mouth is closed. But don't worry, if your cat is purring while your gently petting her and holding her close to you - that is a happy cat!
• Neutering a cat extends its life span by two or three years.
• Cats sleep 16 to 18 hours per day. When cats are asleep, they are still alert to incoming stimuli. If you poke the tail of a sleeping cat, it will respond accordingly.

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